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Pia Käcker is an Associate Professor at Linköping University, focusing on development methods that enhance user participation and technological support for individuals with cognitive and communicative disabilities. Her research aims to facilitate coping in everyday life for these individuals by allowing them to express their views and increase their influence in various contexts. Her doctoral thesis, titled 'Nycklar till kommunikation' (Keys to Communication), examines the communication dynamics between individuals with severe acquired brain injuries and their caregivers, highlighting the factors that promote and hinder effective communication. Dr. Käcker has led several projects funded by the Swedish Institute of Assistive Technology, developing user-oriented evaluation tools and providing insights into cognitive support from users' perspectives. As a course coordinator in the Occupational Therapy program, she teaches courses that integrate professional communication techniques for working with individuals with psychiatric disabilities. Additionally, she is involved in regional initiatives aimed at enhancing user influence and participation across various health and welfare networks.
Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden
Teaching and supervising in the Occupational Therapy program focusing on communication and support for individuals with disabilities.
Swedish Association of Local Authorities and Regions • Linköping, Sweden
Involves participation in national networks and providing support to operational staff to enhance user participation.
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